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An extensive literature on the development of ethnic prejudice in children exists. Evidence of ethnic bias is found in children of primary age and even younger. However, there is a lack of longitudinal or other data that would guide us regarding the optimal age to intervene for the purpose of reducing ethnic prejudice and promoting positive interethnic social relations.
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Feshbach, N.D., Konrad, R. (2001). Modifying aggression and social prejudice. In: Martinez, M. (eds) Prevention and Control of Aggression and the Impact on its Victims. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-6238-9_43
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